Overview

Department of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda Hospital, Sharda University is observing “World Malaria Day” on 20th April (UHTC) & 22nd April 2026 (RHTC). The theme of World Malaria Day 2026 is “Driven to End Malaria, Now We Can. Now We Must”.

Objectives of Event

( Aligned with SDG3 – Good Health & Well Being)

  • “Now We Can”: Reflects the existence of new tools, technologies, and innovative strategies to eliminate malaria.
  • “Now We Must”: Highlights the urgency to act now to save lives and prevent the spread of antimalarial drug resistance.
  • “Focus”: Continued, Accelerated investment and Collective action to reach the most vulnerable communities.

Convener Details

Advisor(s):

  • Dr. Nirupma Gupta - Dean, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University 
  • Dr. Amit Singh Pawaiya - Associate Dean, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University

Convener:

  • Dr. Shalini Srivastava - Professor & Head, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University

Co-ordinators:

  • Dr. Mohammad Meraj Gohar Associate Professor, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University
  • Dr. Kabita Barua, Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University
  • Dr. Anjali Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University
  • Dr. Ishant Kumar Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University

Speaker Details:

  • Dr Abhinav, Dr Vishakha, Dr Harigyan, Dr. Pulcketa, Dr. Arushi
  • Dr Ajit Kumar, Dr Sushila & Dr. Navpreet